Cheddar Operator

About the Role

As a Cheddar Operator I, you will safely and efficiently package and seal cheddar cheese into 640-pound boxes. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Teamwork and shared perspectives are essential to delivering the best outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Set up the production area for daily operations.
• Manufacture, fill, and drain boxes according to specifications.
• Prepare boxes and place them into the vacuum chamber.
• Operate vacuum chambers and record information as specified.
• Remove boxes from vacuum chambers, hang them on rails for the required time, then transfer to the seal line for final sealing.
• Prepare box cards for sealed boxes per recipe and place cheese into the pre-cooler.
• Assist other Cheddar team members as needed.
• Clean the 640 room after daily production and prepare supplies for the next day.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace at all times.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Adhere to safety protocols, including stopping unsafe acts, reporting hazards, and supporting safety policies.

This list is not exhaustive and may expand as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred (not required).
• No prior experience necessary; in-house training provided.
• Lift Truck License required (in-house training provided).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic computer skills for data input and retrieval.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, adapt quickly, and think independently.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow verbal and written instructions, including routine and repetitive tasks.
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain constructive working relationships.

Pay

Starting rate: $24.73 per hour. Two pay increases within the first year, up to an additional $1.00 per hour. Double-time pay on Sundays.

Schedule

3:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on day one.
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Employee discounts.
• Uniform program and shoe allowance.